Fermanagh in the grip of drug epidemic


TAKING drugs in Fermanagh is the new “norm” for many people, a recovering addict has said. The county is firmly in the grip of a major drug epidemic, with people of all ages turning to various forms of narcotics, despite the Police remaining committed to cracking down on the drugs trade. Over a 12 month […]


Number of pets abandoned in Fermanagh increases


THERE has been a massive increase in the number of pets being abandoned this year as one of the county’s leading animal sanctuaries continues to struggle with the huge demand on capacity. Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary, located in Ballinamallard, has reported a huge number of pets being abandoned and dumped across Fermanagh, with another noticeable […]


Fermanagh Fibrus customers invited to make claim


FIBRUS customers in Fermanagh who were without service for more than two days as a result of Storm Éowyn are eligible for compensation but the deadline for compensation claims is nearing. Thousands of Fibrus customers were without service resulting in widespread disruption for many. A compensation claim can now be made but only within 30 […]


NI Secretary of State launches new body in Enniskillen


THE Northern Ireland Secretary of State was in Enniskillen today (Friday) to launch a new body which will promote and boost trade across the UK, which is chaired by Arlene Foster. Hilary Benn confirmed during his visit to Fermanagh that five new members will join the Intertrade UK panel, which will be led by former […]


Motoring accused remanded on bail


A FIFTY-four-year-old man has appeared in court in relation to a number of alleged motoring offences. Donal Mulligan from Windmill Heights, Enniskillen is accused of driving after consuming excess alcohol, whilst unaccompanied as a learner and with no L Plates displayed. Offending is alleged to have occurred on November 11 last year at Loughshore Road, […]


Nathan Carter counting down to UK tour


COUNTRY star Nathan Carter is counting down the days to his much-anticipated UK tour which will see him headline some sold-out performances at major venues in Scotland and England. The Liverpudlian, who lives in Bellanaleck, is preparing to bring his award-winning tour to his many fans in the UK, which is set to kick off […]


Fermanagh businesses nominated for top beauty awards


A LOCAL business has been nominated for the ‘Aesthetic Clinic of the Year’ accolade at the prestigious Northern Ireland Hair and Beauty Awards which celebrates the best in the industry. Mèdha Aesthetics, located at Broadmeadow Place in Enniskillen, is set to face off against nine other clinics for the top gong, at the prestigious La Mon […]


UFO sighting in Fermanagh


AN ENNISKILLEN man has reported mysterious white and green lights which he saw dart over Enniskillen last week. In recent years, the phenomenon of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) has captured the imagination of people worldwide, sparking intense debate and curiosity. One particularly intriguing sighting occurred in Enniskillen recently, where a witness reported an unusual aerial […]


Fermanagh comes out in force to have say on SWAH


Fermanagh have come out in force to have their say on SWAH with 28,494 people signing the Consultation Hospital Network forms. Members from SOAS travelled to Belfast on Thursday (27 February 2025) to deliver the responses to the Department of Health. SOAS has gathered many thousands of signatures at various events and locations across the […]


FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Plenty of style on party night!


Do you recognise anyone in the pics in our ‘Flashback Friday’ gallery? Tag them in our Facebook post! To read more on this story see this week’s Fermanagh Herald. Can’t get to the shop to collect your copy? No problem! You can download a copy straight to your device by following this link… Subscribe to […]